Ofqual-Regulated
UK RQF
UK-regulated qualifications aligned to the framework used across accredited UK institutions.
AIM University Group · American Institute of Management and Science
Ofqual-Regulated · OTHM-Awarded · L4–L6 Bachelor’s Levels Programmes
Bachelor’s Programmes. A faster route from foundation to doctorate.
Fast-track bachelor’s completion in 16–24 months through UK-regulated, OTHM-awarded qualifications.
Start where you qualify: Level 4 foundation → Level 5 advanced diploma → Level 6 bachelor’s-level completion. Prior learning may help you skip levels.
No shortcuts. No quality compromise. Built for US, UK, Canada and international progression.
Foundation → Bachelor’s → Master’s → Doctorate
One academic route. Multiple career directions.
Accounting · Business · Information Technology · Education · Health and Social Care · Logistics · Travel, Tourism and Hospitality
OTHM-Awarded
UK Award
Awarded by OTHM, a UK awarding body with established university progression routes.
Globally Recognised
US · UK · Canada
Supports academic progression internationally for work and study, subject to receiving institutions.
Postgraduate Pathways
MBA · MSc · L8
Progress from Bachelor's to Master’s completion with doctorate options.
Who This Programme Is For
Move into your chosen field while building a solid bachelor’s-level foundation.
Best for learners who want recognised career readiness now, with room to grow into management and postgraduate study.
Accounting And Business
Aviation and Passenger Services
Business and Management
Information Technology
Education and Training
Health and Social Care
Logistics and Supply Chain
Tourism and Hospitality
✓
You want a recognised bachelor’s-level route without starting over
Use your prior study, college credits or work experience where possible so Admissions can help you begin at the level that fits your background.
✓
You want a career direction, not just a qualification
Choose a route linked to a real field: accounting, aviation, business, IT, education, health and social care, logistics or tourism and hospitality.
✓
You want a faster, more affordable alternative to a traditional 4-year route
Complete Levels 4–6 in as little as 16–24 months, pay by level, and keep your postgraduate options open.
✓
You are working and need a flexible route that still feels guided
Study with structure, academic support and clear progression checkpoints while continuing your professional and personal commitments.
Your Study Pathway
Start at the right level. Progress as far as you choose.
AIMu offers a clear academic route: bachelor’s completion first, then postgraduate study, Master’s completion and doctorate options. Levels 4–6 carry bachelor’s-level academic standing and are comparable to a UK 3-Year Honours Degree and a US 4-year bachelor’s degree in terms of credit value and Master’s progression.
Step 1 · Level 4
Foundation
120 Credits · 8 MonthsBegin the undergraduate route and build core subject foundations.
Step 2 · Level 5
Advanced
120 Credits · 8 MonthsDevelop applied, advanced diploma-level capability in your field.
Step 3 · Level 6
Bachelor’s
120 Credits · 8 MonthsComplete the bachelor’s-level stage of the undergraduate pathway.
Step 4 · Level 7 Master’s Programme
First Stage
120 Credits · 8 MonthsProgress to a postgraduate diploma aligned to your Level 6 field.
Step 5 · Master’s Completion
Final Stage MSc/MA/MBA
60 Credits · 8 MonthsComplete the final dissertation or project stage with an approved university pathway.
Step 6 · Level 8
Doctorate
University RouteProgress to DBA, EdD, PhD or professional doctorate options, subject to admissions.
Important Progression Note
Learners may enter at Level 4, Level 5 or Level 6 depending on verified qualifications, college credits, prior learning and professional experience. AIMu delivers Levels 4–6 and the Level 7 postgraduate diploma stage. Master’s completion and doctorate progression are completed through receiving universities and remain subject to their admissions, programme fit and current requirements.
Pathway Experience
See the route before you choose it.
AIMu’s bachelor’s programmes offer career-ready options with step-by-step progression for work, postgraduate study and international work-study opportunities.
Career-ready learning
Academic route
Work-study opportunities
Global progression
AIMu vs Traditional 4-Year College
Global. Faster. Smarter. More Affordable.
AIMu Advantage
A flexible UK-regulated route designed for learners planning bachelor’s completion, postgraduate study and global progression in the US, UK, Canada, and beyond.
GLOBAL
Portable
A UK-regulated award designed for the US, UK, Canada, and international academic and career progression.
FASTER
16–24 Months
Complete Levels 4–6 in 24 months, or faster, with approved prior learning equivalency.
SMARTER
Move at Your Pace
Exit each level with a recognised qualification. Advance only when ready — no wasted time.
MORE AFFORDABLE
Lower Cost Route
Pay by level with smaller payment plans, and avoid repeated study where advanced entry applies.
Programme Hub
Choose the bachelor’s route that fits your career goal.
Open a programme card to compare careers, qualification levels, course units and Level 7 progression.
Study Abroad Opportunities on the Pathway
Start from anywhere. Progress to where you choose.
Study through AIMu, build a UK-regulated qualification plan, and plan progression to Jamaica, the UK, USA, Canada or beyond.
How far can the route take you?
After Level 5: explore final-year bachelor’s/top-up options in the US, UK, Canada or other destinations.
After Level 6 at AIMu: explore Master’s study at university in the US, UK, Canada or other destinations.
After Level 7 PGDip: explore the final Master’s dissertation/top-up stage and doctoral planning.
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On-campus · Boarding @Kingston Manor
Study – Kingston, Jamaica
Study where hospitality, tourism and entrepreneurship are not
just topics — they are lived experiences.
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On-campus · Boarding @Kingston Manor
Study – Kingston, Jamaica
Study where hospitality, tourism and entrepreneurship are not just topics — they are lived experiences.
Tap to open storyKingston gives learners sunshine, music, food, culture, business energy and direct access to Jamaica’s tourism economy.
How you can get there
Proof from AIMu learners
Start at AIMu in Kingston. Build Levels 4–5 or Level 6. Use the qualification to plan final-year bachelor’s, Master’s or career progression abroad.
Alicia moved from hospitality training into a Flight Attendant career with Qatar Airways. Roshel used AIMu’s progression plan to connect Jamaica, the UK and an Airport Passenger Agent career at JFK in New York.
- ✓ Kingston Manor stay
- ✓ Hands-on hospitality and tourism practice
- ✓ Entrepreneurship exposure
- ✓ Pathway to UK, US, Canada or other destinations
Final options depend on university and country requirements.
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Top-up · Master’s · Doctoral planning
Study – UK
The UK is the home of the qualification framework behind
AIMu’s progression plan.
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Top-up · Master’s · Doctoral planning
Study – UK
The UK is the home of the qualification framework behind AIMu’s progression plan.
Tap to open storyHistoric universities, major cities, global culture and strong postgraduate routes make the UK attractive for learners who want academic prestige and travel experience.
How you can get there
Proof from AIMu learners
After Level 5, explore final-year bachelor’s top-up options. After Level 6, explore Master’s study. After Level 7 PGDip, explore the final Master’s dissertation or top-up stage.
Roshel moved from AIMu toward a UK top-up route, then into an Airport Passenger Agent career at JFK in New York.
- ✓ Final-year bachelor’s top-up
- ✓ Master’s dissertation or top-up
- ✓ MBA/MSc progression
- ✓ Doctoral pathway planning
Final options depend on university and country requirements.
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Career networks · Graduate options
Study – USA
The USA offers scale: universities, careers, networks, major
cities and professional mobility.
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Career networks · Graduate options
Study – USA
The USA offers scale: universities, careers, networks, major cities and professional mobility.
Tap to open storyFor Jamaican and international learners, the USA can feel close enough to imagine and big enough to transform a career plan.
How you can get there
Proof from AIMu learners
Use AIMu’s Ofqual-regulated, OTHM-awarded pathway to build your academic profile before applying for graduate study, top-up consideration or career-focused progression.
Roshel’s pathway led to an Airport Passenger Agent role at JFK in New York. Sasha continued into Harvard postgraduate study and doctoral progression in Florida.
- ✓ Graduate study planning
- ✓ Professional career mobility
- ✓ MBA and doctoral planning
- ✓ Aviation, tourism and hospitality outcomes
Final options depend on university and country requirements.
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International learner destination
Study – Canada
Canada is a strong destination for learners seeking study,
culture, safety, career pathways and long-term growth.
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International learner destination
Study – Canada
Canada is a strong destination for learners seeking study, culture, safety, career pathways and long-term growth.
Tap to open storyMulticultural cities, recognised universities, international-student communities and post-study planning options make Canada attractive for learners who want a safe, global next step.
How you can get there
Opportunity
Use AIMu to build the qualification history, credit profile and progression story needed for university review and study-abroad planning.
Canada is one of the friendliest destinations for international learners who want study, work exposure and long-term mobility.
- ✓ Top-up discussions
- ✓ Master’s planning
- ✓ International learner mobility
- ✓ Future doctoral preparation
Final options depend on university and country requirements.
Real Outcomes
Real learners. Real goals. Real outcomes.
They started with a goal. AIMu helped make the pathway possible.
Doctorate Pathway
Sasha S.
AIMu to HRD & Faculty Leader
Human Resource Management at AIMu led to graduate study in the UK, Harvard professional development, doctoral study at Barry University in Florida, and faculty leadership at AIMu.
Now: Doctoral study at Barry University in Florida and AIMu faculty leadership
Bachelor's Pathway
Roshel M.
AIMu to Airport Passenger Operations
Tourism and Hospitality Management at AIMu led to an Honours degree in the UK and airport passenger operations at JFK International Airport in NY.
Now: Airport passenger operations at JFK International Airport in NY
MBA Progression
Soshanna P.
AIMu to Hotel Management
Strategic Management and Leadership at AIMu led to MBA at University of Northampton in the UK and entrepreneurship and management in Alabama.
Now: Entrepreneurship and management in Alabama
Law Practice
Shawn S.
AIMu to Law Practice – Attorney
Strategic Management at AIMu led Shawn to MBA study at Northampton and progression to law school and legal practice in the United States.
Now: Practices law in the United States
Assessment Methods
How you will be assessed
Assessment is practical and career-connected: coursework, service scenarios, operations projects, research tasks, quizzes and exams.
Applied coursework and written assignments
- ✓Case-study analysis
- ✓Written reports
- ✓Reflective tasks
- ✓Applied tourism, hospitality and service scenarios
Practical and professional tasks
- ✓Service operations projects
- ✓Guest-experience tasks
- ✓Aviation and passenger-service activities
- ✓Hospitality and events practice projects
Research and planning activities
- ✓Tourism and hospitality research
- ✓Destination and service planning
- ✓Operational improvement tasks
- ✓Marketing, customer and service-quality assignments
Knowledge checks and examinations
- ✓Multiple-Choice quizzes and tests
- ✓Written exam papers or proctored exams
Entry, Admissions & Tuition
Apply, confirm your level, and secure your place.
Review entry routes, tuition plans, payment options and admissions steps in one place. AIMu helps you choose the correct starting level for your bachelor’s pathway, selected career field, or postgraduate progression plan.
1
Apply online
Submit your application so admissions can start your review.
2
Admissions checks your best starting level
We review your qualifications, college credits, prior learning, experience and career goals.
3
Pay and secure your place
Choose your payment option and confirm your seat.
For parents, sponsors and working adults
Plan tuition one level at a time.
AIMu uses a pay-per-level structure. Learners can earn qualifications at each stage and continue when ready. This helps families, working adults and sponsors plan tuition more carefully while keeping progression open.
All tuition and fees shown are quoted in USD.Entry Requirements
View Standard Entry
Level 4 foundation entry.
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View Standard Entry
Level 4 foundation entry.
- ✓Start at Level 4 if you are beginning the full bachelor’s pathway from foundation level.
- ✓Suitable for learners beginning routes in Accounting and Business, Business and Management, Information Technology, Education and Training, Health and Social Care, Logistics and Supply Chain, or Travel, Tourism and Hospitality.
- ✓4 CSEC subjects or equivalent secondary-school qualifications.
- ✓4 IGCSE / GCSE subjects or equivalent international secondary-school qualifications.
- ✓GED with an overall score of 630 or above.
- ✓SAT score of 1050 or above.
View Mature Entry
For adults with relevant work or life experience.
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View Mature Entry
For adults with relevant work or life experience.
- ✓Applicants aged 30+ may be considered for Level 4 entry through mature-entry review.
- ✓Relevant work experience in business, accounting, administration, customer service, aviation, tourism, hospitality, education support, healthcare support, IT, logistics, operations, supervision, sales, marketing or related professional sectors may support entry.
- ✓Applicants may be asked to complete an entrance assessment, interview, or written task where academic documents are limited.
View Level 5 Advanced Placement
Advanced diploma stage.
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View Level 5 Advanced Placement
Advanced diploma stage.
- ✓Enter Level 5 if you already hold Level 4 or equivalent academic standing.
- ✓Relevant prior study may include a Level 4 diploma, associate degree, foundation degree-stage study, higher diploma, or equivalent college credits.
- ✓Prior learning should align with the selected bachelor’s route, such as accounting, business, management, IT, education, health and social care, logistics, tourism, hospitality, aviation, operations, administration, leadership or a related field.
View Level 6 Entry
Bachelor’s-level completion stage.
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View Level 6 Entry
Bachelor’s-level completion stage.
- ✓Enter Level 6 if you already hold Level 5 or equivalent academic standing.
- ✓Relevant prior study may include a Level 5 diploma, advanced diploma, associate degree with additional credits, equivalent college credits, or a bachelor’s degree in a related field.
- ✓Admissions will review your qualification evidence, college credits, prior learning and professional experience before confirming the appropriate Level 6 bachelor’s completion route.
View Level 7 Postgraduate Entry
Postgraduate progression after bachelor’s-level completion.
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View Level 7 Postgraduate Entry
Postgraduate progression after bachelor’s-level completion.
- ✓Enter Level 7 if you hold a bachelor’s degree, Level 6 qualification, or equivalent academic standing.
- ✓Level 7 postgraduate study may support Master’s completion, MBA/MSc progression, senior leadership, specialist advancement or doctoral preparation.
- ✓Progression routes depend on the learner’s selected Level 6 field, prior academic profile, destination institution, programme fit and admissions decision.
Admissions & Tuition
WHERE TO PAY+
Pay Online · Bank Branch: US & Jamaica · Wire Transfer: Globally
PAY ONLINE
Pay online using PayPal, credit card or debit card.
BANK – USA
Bank of America
Account #: 229054668897
Account Name: AIM University Group
JAMAICA
Bank: Sagicor Bank
Account Name: Advanced Educational Services
Account Number: 5500512708
Branch: Pay at any branch
INTERNATIONAL LEARNERS
Wire Transfer Funds To:
Bank: Bank of America
Account Name: AIM University Group
Account #: 229054668897
Routing #: Email [email protected] for routing numbers before transfer
Admission Process+
- Apply online.
- Pay the $50 application fee that will also be transferred to your tuition.
- Upload payment receipt, identification, qualification evidence, college-credit evidence, work-experience validation, and signed enrolment documents.
- Admissions reviews your qualifications, credits, experience and goals.
- Admissions confirms your best starting level and pathway fit.
- Choose your payment option and confirm your seat.
Tuition & Payment Plans+
Level 4
2026 Full-Pay Discounts
Level 5
2026 Full-Pay Discounts
Level 6
Level 7
Fees, Starts and Study Modes+
Application fee: The $50 application fee is non-refundable; however, it is transferable to your tuition upon admission within the same college year (8 months).
External fees: OTHM external registration, assessment, certification, graduation, courier, top-up, partner university, Master’s top-up, or doctoral progression fees are not included in AIMu tuition unless expressly stated in writing.
Starts: Monthly starts are available for distance learning. Blended classes begin in February, June and October.
Study modes: Face-to-face in Kingston, instructor-led online, and flexible distance learning options are available depending on intake and programme delivery.
Upload All Payment Receipts.+
Upload Your Receipts
Use this form to upload payment receipts and confirmations.
Entry Assessment
Not sure where you qualify?
Apply now and admissions will review your qualifications, credits, experience and goals.
No documents required for first check
2-minute eligibility review
Advanced entry may reduce time and cost
FAQ
Common questions before you apply
Review key answers about recognition, routes, entry options and progression.
Is this programme accredited?
Yes. AIMu delivers OTHM-awarded qualifications regulated by Ofqual in the UK. Ofqual is the UK government regulator of qualifications, examinations and assessments in England. The pathway uses UK-regulated qualifications and progression structures across travel, tourism and hospitality management levels.
Is this recognised in my country?
OTHM qualifications are UK-regulated and widely used for international academic progression, including routes to the UK, USA, Canada and other destinations, subject to admissions, credential evaluation, employer requirements and institutional review.
Can I use this to get a job?
Yes. The programme is designed to support employment readiness in tourism and hospitality operations, aviation passenger services, hospitality and events, guest experience, travel operations and service management. AIMu does not promise employment, but the curriculum is built around practical aviation, tourism, hospitality and service-sector career areas and progression into supervisory and management roles.
Is this a bachelor’s degree?
Level 6 is a bachelor’s-level award on the UK Regulated Qualifications Framework (RQF). AIMu’s Levels 4–6 pathway is structured to move learners from foundation-stage study to reach bachelor’s-level completion. Level 6 supports Master’s progression, senior professional pathways and further study.
Can I skip Level 4 or Level 5?
Possibly. Applicants with prior learning, college credits, a Level 4/5 qualification, an associate degree, relevant professional experience or equivalent standing may request an advanced-entry review. Admissions will confirm the correct starting level.
When can I apply?
Applications are accepted year-round. You can apply online, submit your application fee, complete the required admissions steps and receive guidance on the next available intake.
When is the next class starting?
Distance learning starts are available monthly. Instructor-guided online classes and on-campus starts are in February, June and October. Availability may vary by level, study mode and programme delivery arrangements.
Can I study online?
Yes. AIMu offers flexible distance learning and instructor-led online options. Face-to-face study is also available in Kingston, depending on intake and delivery arrangements.
Can I work while studying abroad?
In the UK and Canada, eligible international students may work part-time during classes and full-time during scheduled breaks, subject to visa conditions, institution rules, programme eligibility and current immigration regulations. In the USA, work options depend on visa type and institutional authorisation such as CPT or OPT where applicable.
Are there successful graduates of this programme?
Yes. AIMu learners and alumni have progressed into tourism, hospitality, aviation, law, leadership, education and other professional fields. AIMu highlights real learner outcomes, showing how a planned pathway can support career movement, study abroad and postgraduate progression.
Where is AIMu located?
AIMu has office locations in the USA and Jamaica, along with a global online campus. Learners may study through available delivery modes depending on programme, intake, location and approved arrangements.
How fast can I complete the bachelor’s-level pathway?
Many learners can complete the Level 4–6 route to reach bachelor’s-level completion in as little as 24 months. Applicants with prior study or relevant experience may reduce time further through advanced entry or exemptions, subject to admissions review.
Can I study while working?
Yes. The route is designed for working adults, career changers and learners who need flexible progression while balancing professional and personal responsibilities. Both in-class and online study modes may be available depending on intake and programme delivery.
Can I progress to university after Level 6?
Yes. Level 6 pathways are designed to support progression to postgraduate routes such as MBA, MSc or MA programmes at partner or receiving universities, depending on the pathway, institution and admissions requirements.
Start Your Programme
Start At The Right Level And Progress With Confidence.
Apply Now. AIMu Admissions Will Review Your Qualifications, Experience, And Goals To Recommend The Best Starting Level Within Your UK-Regulated Academic Pathway.
Your Application Does Not Lock You Into The Wrong Level. Admissions Will Review Your Documents, Prior Learning, Work Experience, And Progression Goals Before Confirming Your Entry Point.